1949 Buick 40 vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 519 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Buick | McLaren |
| Model | 40 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1176 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
